Overview
Imagine a student who knows they should study for an important test but gets distracted by video games. They feel guilty later for not studying, showing how emotions can lead us away from our best intentions.
The Choice
Should Felix practice with his team or play the game?
Quick Stats
- Grade Band
- Grades 6-8
- Reading Level
- Level 8.2
- Word Count
- 284 words
- Published
- Jun 7, 2025
The Dilemma
Felix and Noah are the kind of friends who finish each other's sentences and notice when something is off. Their team has an important match coming up, and Felix is the captain. The coach has given Felix the responsibility to ensure everyone practices hard. However, Felix recently got a new video game that he finds incredibly exciting. One afternoon, Felix is supposed to organize a practice session, but Noah calls him over to try out the new game. Felix knows that practicing is important for the team's success, but the allure of the video game is strong. As he sits with the controller in hand,
Values in Tension
This dilemma explores the tension between two important values:
Consider how these values might conflict or complement each other in this situation.
Your Options
Practice with his team.
Play the video game instead.
Questions for Reflection
Take a moment to consider these questions. There are no "right" answers – the goal is to explore different perspectives and develop your own reasoning.
- 1
What would you do, and why?
- 2
Why might Felix feel torn between these choices?
- 3
How do emotions influence our decisions?
- 4
How might Aristotle advise Felix in this situation?
- 5
Can you recall a time in your own life when you faced a somewhat similar choice or feeling? What did you do?
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Philosophical Perspective
Insights from Aristotle
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